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Red Wings Icon Checks In On Top Prospect
Red Wings legend Nicklas Lidström surprised prospect Eddie Genborg at Timrå’s SHL game against league‑leading Färjestad on Oct. 17, watching the 44th‑overall 2025 draft pick’s physical play. Genborg logged a goal, two assists and 2 PIM in a 3‑0 win, impressing Lidström with his hitting, corner work and puck‑digging. After missing Red Wings camp to rehab a spring injury, Genborg says Lidström’s presence validates the organization’s faith and he’s eager for feedback. The veteran praised Genborg’s growing skating and relentless work ethic.
Fruits of Yzerman’s Labor Showing Up on Red Wings Roster
Detroit’s rebuilding surge under former GM Steve Yzerman is finally paying off. Eleven 2026‑27 roster spots belong to Yzerman’s draft picks, driving a surprising 4‑3‑3 start. Defenseman Moritz Seider (2019, 6th overall) leads in ice time (25:46) and shot blocks (33), while fellow draftee Albert Johansson ranks second in blocks. Lucas Raymond (2020, 4th) tops forwards with 20:33 of ice, six assists and six power‑play points, scoring three goals in his last two games. Rookie right‑winger Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard (2024, 15th) ties for the NHL rookie scoring lead (8 points) and holds a +10 rating. Emerging contributors Emmitt Finnie and Anton Johansson also shine, though prospects Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur and Marco Kasper face setbacks. The home‑grown talent is reshaping the Red Wings’ fortunes early in the 2026‑27 season.
The Daily: Brandsegg-Nygard Tied for NHL Rookie Points Lead; Ex-Red Wing Lands a Job
Detroit rookie Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard ties San Jose’s Ivar Stenberg for the NHL rookie points lead, posting eight points in ten games and a league‑best +10 plus‑minus. The versatile Norwegian also leads Detroit with 39 hits, placing him tied for 12th overall in early‑season physical play, and helped the Red Wings secure a 5‑2 victory over Vancouver. Coach Todd McLellan hails his impact as crucial to the team’s unexpectedly solid 4‑3‑3 start. The roundup also notes the passing of former Red Wing Ron Duguay, John Gibson’s injury and rookie debut, and Luke Glendening’s new one‑year deal with the Rangers.
Raymond Powers Red Wings Past Canucks in Michal Postava’s Debut
The Detroit Red Wings cruise to a 5-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Oct. 22, 2026, sparked by Lucas Raymond’s two early goals and rookie defenseman William Wallinder’s first‑period marker. Michael Rasmussen adds a third‑period tally as Detroit’s defense stifles the Canucks, limiting them to five shots by the end of the second period. Rookie goaltender Michal Postava makes his NHL debut in relief, stopping all but one shot after John Gibson exits with an injury. Raymond’s surge—three goals in his last two games—helps extend Detroit’s points streak to six as they head to a late‑night showdown with the Calgary Flames.
John Gibson Exits Matchup with Vancouver Canucks; Postava Makes Relief Debut
John Gibson leaves the Red Wings’ Oct. 22 game against Vancouver after an upper‑body/eye issue, having faced only five shots in the first two periods. Rookie Czech goaltender Michal Postava steps in for his NHL debut in the third period, making six saves and conceding one goal as Detroit rallies to a 5‑2 win. Gibson, 36, entered the season 2‑3‑1 with a 3.58 GAA and .873 save percentage, while backup Daniil Tarasov also missed time with a minor injury. Postava, the Grand Rapids Griffins’ starter and recent AHL Player of the Week, says the appearance rewards his year‑long effort.
Duguay Helped Breathe Life Into Red Wings
Ron Duguay, who died at 69 from cancer, is remembered for revitalizing the Detroit Red Wings after his 1983 trade from the New York Rangers. Despite initial doubts—calling Detroit a non‑contender—Duguay posted 33 goals and 80 points in 1983‑84, helping the Wings reach the playoffs for the first time since 1977‑78. He followed with a career‑high 89 points in 1984‑85 alongside Steve Yzerman and John Ogrodnick, cementing a potent scoring line. Former teammates describe him as a gritty, team‑first player who balanced a flamboyant off‑ice persona with relentless on‑ice effort. His impact laid part of the foundation for the franchise’s subsequent resurgence.
The Daily: Red Wings and Postava North of the Border; Larkin Would Prefer to Stay South
The Detroit Red Wings head to Vancouver on Oct. 22 to snap a loss to Seattle, taking on a 2‑8‑1 Canucks squad. Prospect goalie Michal Postava has been called up from Grand Rapids, while forward Dylan Larkin’s trade list expands to ten teams—though no Canadian clubs are on it. manager Jim Devellano says the front office is working to improve relations, but Larkin will likely stay for now as defenseman Simon Edvinsson remains unsigned. In AHL news, former Michigan State netminder Trey Augustine earns his second pro win despite an early own‑goal, posting a 3.21 GAA and .886 save percentage.
Red Wings Calling Up Griffins Goalie Michal Postava
The Detroit Red Wings promote Griffins netminder Michal Postava for their upcoming West Coast road trip, announcing the move after Grand Rapids edged the Manitoba Moose 4-3 at Van Andel Arena. Postava, 24, posted a 4-0 start this season with a 1.25 GAA and .954 save percentage after a dominant AHL campaign (17‑6, 1.71 GAA) and a Czech league championship with Brno Kometa. His call‑up prompted the Griffins to sign veteran Jamie Phillips to a PTO and see Carter Gylander reassigned to Grand Rapids. Postava’s rise helped Detroit trade 2021 first‑rounder Sebastian Cossa to Utah.
Thursday Red Wings Three Things: Gibson a Heady Goalie
In Thursday’s “Three Things” roundup, veteran netminder John Gibson rebounds from a 4‑3 shootout win over the San Jose Sharks, noting he’s taken several puck‑to‑helmet hits but remains focused on keeping goals out as Detroit heads to Vancouver. Defenseman Moritz Seider shines again, logging a team‑high 29:46 minutes and blocking multiple shots in the win, earning praise as a “diesel‑truck” player. Forward Alex DeBrincat marks his 300th NHL goal, becoming the fourth‑fastest American‑born player to reach the milestone in just 705 games.
Larkin Trade List Expands to Ten
Four months after requesting a trade, Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin has broadened his trade list to ten teams, according to Detroit Hockey Now. While earlier reports said the list grew from three to eight teams, no U.S.‑based clubs are currently in contention, and the specific destinations remain unconfirmed. Senior VP Jim Devellano says he and Larkin have “kissed and made up,” and interim GM Shawn Horcoff is working to repair relations. Larkin has posted five points in seven games after returning from an offseason upper‑body injury, still leading the Wings in average ice time and boosting team performance when he plays.
The Daily: Detroit Salvages Point to Start Road Trip; Canada Tour Starts
The Detroit Red Wings drop a 4-3 shootout to the Seattle Kraken after erasing a 3-0 deficit with late goals from Viktor Arvidsson, Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat, but Bobby McMann seals the win in the shootout. The loss ends their three‑game road streak as the Wings head into Western Canada, facing the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames and a Connor McDavid‑led Edmonton Oilers (7‑1‑1, +14 GD). Highlights include Raymond’s first goal, Anton Johansson’s surprising play, and ongoing talk on the Dylan Larkin trade saga.
Apologies Extended to Former Red Wings Captain Over Ceremony Disruptions
Henrik Zetterberg’s jersey retirement ceremony with his Swedish club Timrå turned sour when visiting Björklöven fans heckled him during the event. The unruly supporters sang and catcalled throughout Zetterberg’s speech, prompting an apology from Björklöven and the loss of a sponsor for the fan group. The ceremony also featured a banner error that omitted Zetterberg’s 2004‑05 lockout season with Timrå. Despite the disruptions, Zetterberg remained upbeat, calling the honor a "wonderful experience" and praising Timrå’s role in his career.
Kraken Beat Back Red Wings in First Game of Road Trip
The Detroit Red Wings earn a point in Seattle, falling 4-3 to the Kraken in a shootout on Oct. 20, 2026. After trailing early, Detroit rallies in the third period, with Viktor Arvidsson and Lucas Raymond scoring two goals in 59 seconds and Alex DeBrincat netting his 300th career goal to tie the game with just 16 seconds left. Bobby McMann converts the decisive shootout goal, keeping the Red Wings winless against Seattle this season. Goal leader DeBrincat finishes with a team‑high six goals and five assists, while rookie Lucas Raymond breaks a nine‑game goal drought.
Red Wings Rally, Fall to Kraken in Shootout
The Detroit Red Wings rally from a 3-0 hole to force a shootout, but fall 4-3 to the Seattle Kraken on Oct. 20, 2026. Seattle opened scoring with Mackie Samoskevich and added two power‑play goals by Ryker Evans and Brandon Montour. Detroit answered in the third with Viktor Arvidsson, Lucas Raymond and a late Alex DeBrincat tally that forced overtime. DeBrincat’s game‑tying goal comes with 16 seconds left after a turnover by Vince Dunn. In the shootout, Bobby McMann nets the winner for Seattle. The loss ends Detroit’s five‑game point streak, though DeBrincat now leads the Wings with six goals, five assists and 11 points. The Red Wings head to Vancouver next.
Red Wings Looking for Road to Success
The Detroit Red Wings sit at 3‑3‑2 after eight games, just two points shy of a wild‑card spot but ranked 24th overall. Coach Todd McLellan warns the team must convert home‑court practice into road‑trip points as they head to Seattle, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. Scoring remains a problem – Detroit’s 2.38 goals per game ties for 27th in the league and they’ve been shut out twice – while a 2.88 goals‑against average needs tightening. McLellan emphasizes a scrappy, checking style to spark a turnaround, building on recent wins in Philadelphia and San Jose.
Red Wings vs. Kraken: Notes, Lines, Goalies, How to Watch
The Detroit Red Wings (3‑3‑2) open a four‑game road trip on Oct. 20 at Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena, facing a Kraken team (5‑3‑1) that beat them 6‑3 in Detroit last week. Seattle leads the Pacific Division, while Detroit hovers two points out of an Eastern Conference wild‑card. Betting lines favor Seattle (-1.5, +215) over Detroit (+1.5, -265). Key notes: defenseman Moritz Seider logged five assists in seven games; Lucas Raymond tied for second in Detroit shootout history with his seventh GWG; Alex DeBrincat is one goal shy of 300 career goals. Injuries include Marco Kasper and Mason Appleton (week‑to‑week) for Detroit and several Seattle players. Goalies: Daniil Tarasov vs. Philipp Grubauer.
The Daily: Red Wings Open Road Trip in Seattle; McKenna Nets Game Winner
The Detroit Red Wings kick off a four‑game road trip on Oct. 20 in Seattle, looking to even a 6‑3 loss from earlier this season. With captain Dylan Larkin reportedly seeking a trade after a slump, Detroit hopes he regains his form as they need depth scoring against a Kraken offense that has tallied multiple‑goal bursts. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs snapped a three‑game skid with a 3‑1 win over San Jose, thanks to rookie No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s third‑period game‑winner. The article also notes ex‑Red Wings players landing new deals, including Luke Glendening’s PTO with the Rangers and James Reimer’s AHL contract.
Will Larkin Stalemate End This Week?
Dylan Larkin remains on Detroit’s roster as the Red Wings embark on their first extended road trip, holding a 3‑3‑2 record. Despite rumors of a trade—fuelled by ESPN’s John Buccigross predicting a deal within ten days—Larkin has been dropped to the second line amid a scoring slump for him, Viktor Arvidsson and Lucas Raymond. Coach Todd McLellan’s lineup reshuffle, the possible return of J.T. Compher, and the emergence of Emmitt Finnie suggest Detroit may wait before moving Larkin, especially as his market value appears low. Potential suitors like Montreal, Dallas, Florida and Minnesota face their own injury concerns, making a near‑term trade uncertain.
Former Red Wings Star Out as Coach
Former Detroit Red Wings legend Igor Larionov parts ways with SKA St. Petersburg by mutual agreement after a five‑game losing streak. The Russian powerhouse sits 8‑6‑1, third in the Bobrov Division, and fell in five games to CSKA Moscow in the playoffs. This marks the end of Larionov’s second season with SKA, following a stint with Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod and a mixed KHL coaching record of 155‑150 (58.2% points). His son, also named Igor, remained goalless in eight games as the club looks ahead.
Former Red Wings Center Signs PTO With Rangers
The New York Rangers have signed veteran forward Luke Glendening to a professional try‑out (PTO) after losing recent acquisition Joe Veleno to a three‑month lower‑body injury. The 37‑year‑old center, who spent eight seasons (2013‑21) with Detroit and appeared in 554 games for the Red Wings, most recently played for the Devils and Flyers and attended Tampa Bay’s training camp on a PTO earlier this fall. Known for his face‑off skill and penalty‑killing, Glendening joins the Rangers as they add depth, becoming the second former Red Wings player to sign with the organization this week, following goalie James Reimer’s AHL PTO.
Red Wings Prospect Makes Zetterberg’s Day
At Timrå’s arena, former Red Wings captain Henrik Zetterberg’s No. 20 was retired during a ceremony that also featured his Hall of Fame induction speech. The highlight, however, came from Detroit prospect Eddie Genborg, a 2025 second‑round pick, who tallied a goal and two assists in Timrå’s 3‑0 win over Björklöven on Saturday. Zetterberg thanked his family and reflected on his career, while former teammates Niklas Kronwall and Johan Franzén attended. The celebration was marred by boos from Björklöven fans, prompting criticism from Kronwall’s brother and coach Magnus Bogren.
The Daily: Griffins Continue Strong Start; Hurlbert Helps Sweep Pioneers
The Grand Rapids Griffins extend their strong start, sweeping the Rockford IceHogs 5-1 with rookie goaltender Michal Postava stopping 27 of 28 shots and veteran John Leonard netting a hat trick, keeping the team atop the AHL Central Division at 5-1-1. Meanwhile, Michigan freshman forward JP Hurlland, a 2026 Red Wings first‑round pick, records his first assist in a 4-1 win over the No. 1 ranked Denver Pioneers. Detroit’s NHL squad prepares for a four‑game road trip, facing the Seattle Kraken and high‑scoring Edmonton Oilers, while noting Lucas Raymond’s scoring slump and a pending defenseman waiver.
Former Red Wings Player Suspended For Sucker Punch
Former Detroit Red Wings defenseman Robert Hägg, now with Brynas in the SHL, receives a three‑game suspension and a 20,500‑kronor fine after delivering a “sucker‑punch” to Vaxjö forward Olivier Nadeau during a goal‑mouth scuffle on October 16, 2026. The Swedish Ice Hockey Association’s disciplinary committee cited the risk of injury and the fact that Nadeau could not defend himself. Hägg, who spent the 2022‑23 season with Detroit, claims the contact was accidental. The incident drew sharp criticism and a formal fighting charge.
Latest Red Wings Move Doesn’t Mean Edvinsson Signing Imminent
The Red Wings sent defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins after he cleared waivers, but the move isn’t linked to Simon Edvinsson’s pending contract. Detroit now has nine defensemen after acquiring Andreas Englund, exceeding the usual eight‑man roster limit, so any re‑signing of Edvinsson will likely force another player down. Bernard‑Docker, on a one‑way $1.6 million‑per‑year deal, missed the season’s start due to injury and could be recalled if blueline injuries arise. GM Shawn Horcoff says Edvinsson isn’t being traded and is working out on the East Coast, while the club focuses on giving younger players more opportunities.
The Daily: Raymond Jumps the Sharks; Kiiskinen Gets His Licks in
Lucas Raymond’s shootout goal to win the Red Wings final game of their early season home stand counted in all […]
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